The Suzuki A50 motorcycle produced in 1979 features a two-stroke, piston valve, single-cylinder engine with a capacity of 49cc or 3.0 cubic inches. The cooling system is air-cooled with a bore x stroke of 41 x 37.8mm. The bike has a separate oil injection lubrication system and utilizes a Mikuni VM10sc induction method. Starting is done via kick while the clutch is wet and multiplate. The motorcycle features a 4-speed, constant mesh transmission and a chain final drive. Its frame is made of pressed steel and has a telescopic fork, oil-damped front suspension, and a swingarm, oil-damped rear suspension. The front brakes are a drum of 110mm or 4.3 inches while the rear brakes are internal expanding drum of the same size. The front tire measures at 2.25-17 while the rear is 2.50-17. Fuel capacity is stated at 7.5L or 2.0 US gallons with a fuel reserve of 2L or 0.5 US gallons. Overall, the Suzuki A50 is a solid, entry-level motorcycle great for those seeking a lightweight and straightforward riding experience.
Technical specifications:
Make Model: Suzuki A 50 P/D
| Year | 1979 |
|---|---|
| Engine | Two stroke, piston valve, single cylinder |
| Capacity | 49 cc / 3.0 cu in |
| Cooling System | Air cooled |
| Bore x Stroke | 41 x 37.8 mm |
| Lubrication System | Separate oil injection |
| Induction | Mikuni VM10sc |
| Starting | Kick |
| Clutch | Wet, multiplate |
| Transmission | 4-Speed, constant mesh |
| Final Drive | Chain |
| Frame | Pressed steel |
| Front Suspension | Telescopic fork, oil damped (PD: rubber muffler covering forks) |
| Rear Suspension | Swingarm, oil damped (PD: shocks/springs) |
| Front Brakes | Drum, 110 mm / 4.3″ (PD: Single 220 mm / 7.7″ disc) |
| Rear Brakes | Internal expanding drum, 110 mm / 4.3″ |
| Front Tyre | 2.25-17 |
| Rear Tyre | 2.50-17 |
| Fuel Capacity | 7.5 L / 2.0 US gal |
| Fuel Reserve | 2 L / 0.5 US gal |
